Berry Bushes Offer Pops Of Color In Fall And Winter
Many ornamental shrubs and bushes start producing berries in the fall. During the rest of the year, these berry wonders …
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Plant Of The Month: Hardy Cyclamen Adds Interest To The Late Fall And Early Winter Garden
I used to think of cyclamens as houseplants that my aunt grew on her windowsill, but I knew half the …
Plant Of The Month: The Toad Lily Gets Out Of Bed Early And Stays Up Late
After every other perennial has finished in the garden, my toad lily (Tricyrtis hirta ) blooms. The irony is that it was …
Chop-And-Drop: No-Waste, Less Work, Happy Gardeners, And Healthy Plants
As the cooler nights set in, the blooms and foliage on many of our annuals and perennials are beginning to …
It Ain’t Over ‘til The Garden Bed Is Asleep – Fall Prep For A Healthier Spring
It’s been a long season. As you lop off the last plants and fruits for hang drying or fresh-frozen storage, …
How To Plant Bulbs In Containers This Fall For Beautiful Color In The Spring
Do you want to plant some tulips for the spring but have no garden space? Just plant them in containers! …
Plant Of The Month: Fall Anemones Are A Whimsical And Lovely September Perennial
Welcome to Plant of the Month, a new series featuring a perennial plant rooted in my garden and some tips …
When Blooms Fade, Grab Your Spade! A Guide To Dividing Plants In The Fall
As the summer season winds down, so do the blooms of many of our favorite flowers in the garden. As …
August Is A Month For Enjoying The Garden And Prepping For Fall
It’s August, and the dog days of summer have arrived. The garden is full of blooms, and many veggies are …
Spooky Plants And Halloween Horror In The Garden
I love Halloween and everything about it, from tales of scary witches and eerie haunted houses to costumes and trick-or-treating …
Deadheading: Another Fall Garden Chore Bites The Dust
Lazy gardeners, we’ve heard your calls, and we are here to deliver! Plenty of garden tasks still need to be …
September Garden Tips: There’s Still Plenty To Do For Your Plants!
There’s always something to do in the garden! Every month, there are new things to plant, prune, and nurture. September’s …
Seasonal Eating: Get Cozy With These Healthy Fall Favorites
While the summer is undoubtedly for grilling delicious meals on the bbq, the fall is for slow-roasting and cozy soups …
5 Autumn Organic Lawn Care Tips You Should Know
Once autumn arrives, you do not immediately have to store your lawn care equipment. While this is a season when …